1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Capital |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
